Government is working in close collaboration with the UNDP to implement a programme under a GEF Funding, named Removal of Barriers to Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation in Buildings.

The programme is being implemented by the UNDP and consists of a series of projects, all aimed at increasing Energy Efficiency on Building and Efficient Energy Consumption.

International Consultants have already been appointed for the formulation of an Energy Efficiency Bill that would deal with Energy Efficiency in Household equipment, labelling systems for Energy Efficiency. The project is to be implemented by May 2009.

Another project is the appointment of an International Consultant for the Review of the Building Act and Regulation and drafting of a new Building Control Act incorporating the Building Act and Building Regulations and Codes in Mauritius.

The intent of the project is to improve Energy Efficiency in both Residential and non residential building through sustainable design and planning of buildings and settlements. The appointment of the Consultant is scheduled for End May 2009.